Fertilization is a popular lawn care service here in Florida that every lawn care company seems to offer. While you may be familiar with the term, you might not actually know much about this service. You may be wondering if fertilizer is actually necessary, what nutrients are typically in fertilizers, if fertilizer is safe for your pets, and how often fertilizer should be applied. Don't worry, if you have these questions, you are not alone. In fact, these are some of the most frequently asked questions about lawn fertilizer. In this blog, we will answer all of these questions so you can have a firm understanding of this lawn care service.
Why is it necessary to fertilize your lawn?
Fertilizer supplies your lawn with the nutrients it needs to thrive, making it a necessary lawn care service. These nutrients will make your soil healthy, leading to more durable, greener grass growth and well-developed, strong root systems. Fertilization is the leading protagonist in your turf's health and beautiful appearance.
What nutrients are typically in fertilizers?
While fertilizers supply tons of micronutrients that your lawn needs to thrive, nitrogen, potassium, and phosphorus are the most important. These essential nutrients have specific roles in contributing to your lawn's health:
- Nitrogen - Nitrogen encourages chlorophyll production, which contributes to your turf's vibrant green color.
- Phosphorus - Phosphorus is responsible for helping your lawn develop a strong, durable root system.
- Potassium - Potassium keeps your lawn healthy and builds its resistance to stressors, including lawn diseases, insect infestations, and more.
Iron, zinc, copper, and manganese are other nutrients that benefit soils in Florida, which reduces diseases, insect infestations, and yellowing of the grass.
Is fertilizer safe for pets?
Fertilizers are typically safe for pets. If you use a liquid fertilizer, you typically just need to wait for the product to dry before you can let your pets use your lawn like normal. If you use a granular fertilizer, you will need to water it into your lawn, and then let it dry before you can let your pets use your lawn. Always ask your lawn care provider for specifics about the products they use, and they can tell you what steps you need to take to keep your pets safe.
How often does your lawn need to be fertilized?
Fertilizer should be applied to your lawn multiple times throughout the year, as it will need a consistent supply of nutrients. However, it also depends on your grass type; some types require more or less of a specific nutrient while others don't need fertilization as often.
St. Augustine, zoysia, and bahia are common grass types in our area of Florida.
Sign up for our fertilization and weed control service to achieve a healthy, green lawn year-round!
At Tropical Gardens Landscape, we prioritize the health of your lawn and ensure that it gets everything it needs to thrive year-round. We achieve this with our fertilization and weed control program. We use specialized blends of organic fertilizer that we tailor to your grass type to give it exactly what it needs at the right time. Not only that, but we follow all fertilization guidelines set by Sarasota county to protect our precious ecosystem. What's more, this program also includes weed control treatments to keep these unsightly, nutrient-stealing plants off of your property. With 8 visits per year, you can rest assured that your lawn will be healthy, strong, and weed-free all year!
We offer our fertilization and weed control services to residential, commercial, and HOA properties in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Longboat Key, FL, and surrounding areas. Give us a call today at (941) 993-2442 to sign up.
